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Creatine Supplement Shows Early Promise as Add-On Treatment for Depression

A review of five clinical trials involving 238 participants found mixed but encouraging evidence for creatine's effect on major depressive disorder symptoms.

Jul 1, 2026

Melatonin Reduces Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain as Well as Ibuprofen

A study published June 30 in the journal PAIN found the hormone worked best for long-term pain, with less clear results for post-surgical recovery.

Jul 1, 2026

Scam Victims in the United States Report Serious Mental Health Consequences

A new poll found that nearly three in four Americans who were scammed said the experience caused significant harm to their mental health.

Jul 1, 2026

Arkansas Health Officials Monitor Mosquito-Borne Illnesses as Summer Peaks

State health authorities are tracking cases of West Nile virus and other mosquito-transmitted diseases as warm weather expands mosquito activity.

Jul 1, 2026

FDA Clears Zyn Nicotine Pouches to Market as Safer Than Cigarettes

The federal ruling marks the first time a smokeless nicotine pouch has received authorization to carry a reduced-risk claim in the United States.

Jul 1, 2026

Anti-Inflammatory Diets May Reduce Risk of Developing Dementia

A new study found that people who follow diets designed to lower inflammation showed lower rates of dementia over time.

Jul 1, 2026

Large Study Finds Serious Muscle Side Effects From Statins Are Extremely Rare

Researchers analyzed data from more than 1.7 million patients in England and found fewer than 1% faced a significant risk of statin-related muscle disorders over ten years.

Jun 30, 2026

Global Health Experts Release New Standard Definition for Heart Failure

The updated guidelines, backed by the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology, emphasize early detection and now affect more than 56 million people worldwide.

Jun 30, 2026

Sacramento Patients Use Psychedelics as Mental Health Treatment Under Medical Supervision

People in the Sacramento area are turning to psychedelic-assisted therapy for conditions including depression and PTSD, reported PBS KVIE.

Jun 30, 2026

Venezuela Earthquake Cripples Health Services and Leaves Medical Workers Missing

A recent earthquake has knocked out key health infrastructure in Venezuela, with hospitals damaged and health workers unaccounted for.

Jun 30, 2026

Humana Foundation Commits 12.2 Million Dollars to Fight Senior Loneliness

The funding will support programs aimed at reducing social isolation among older adults across the United States.

Jun 30, 2026

Half of U.S. States File Lawsuits Against Medicaid Work Requirements

The legal challenge targets a federal policy that would require some Medicaid recipients to work in order to keep their health coverage.

Jun 30, 2026